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MasterAdvisor 73: Tips for Qualifying Luxury Clients

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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I think that's the number one tip in the very beginning is to say no to a lot of business so that you can be available for the right client that comes in

I've kind of been everywhere you know I travel a lot I when I take a lot of notes and I've stayed at a lot of hotels and I've been to a lot of unique cities

The more people spend It's actually an easier trip to plan and you can have a higher rate of satisfaction

It's not all about the you know the size of the ship as much as is the amenities on the ship and size of staterooms

Creator's Tips & Advice

Say no to low-end business to focus on luxury clients
Use personal travel experience to add value during client calls
Qualify clients by asking about their last vacation
Book luxury cruises a year in advance for best availability
Build relationships with vendors for upgrades and sold-out sailings

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Clients not trusting advisor over online bookingShow personal experience during first phone call to build trust

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to qualify luxury clients for cruise bookings
QWhat makes a client a good fit for luxury cruise experiences
QHow to transition clients from mass-market to luxury cruise lines

Topics Covered

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Southampton2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Are you looking to determine if one of your clients is the right fit for the luxury experience? The luxury segment can be very lucrative, but building a luxury client base, and creating repeat business, is more complicated than it sounds. What makes a client the perfect luxury client and what knocks them off the list? We recently held a session where we learned about how the best luxury advisors personalize their marketing and booking strategies, but now it’s time to take a further step back and learn what need to know to serve a client and what question to ask them while qualifying them. Join Steven E. Shulem, President of Strictly Vacations and a luxury travel advisor specializing in cruise experiences. With a 32-year career in the industry, he has earned a reputation as one of the world's premier experts in luxury cruise travel. He said he founded Strictly Vacations due to his deep passion for helping others and fulfilling his desire to curate authentic, and unforgettable travel experiences. Join Steven in a live and free Zoom interview sponsored by Explora Journeys. Explora Journeys Rewards "Pioneer" Travel Advisors- https://www.travelmarketreport.com/NicheLuxury/articles/Explora-Journeys-Rewards-Pioneer-Travel-Advisors For More #traveladvisor content, Subscribe now! #luxuryclients #clients #clientwork Our Check-In Episode with Airlines Reporting Corp's Paige Blunt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO8JWchwuqQ Subscribe to TMR's Newsletter: https://www.travelmarketreport.com/tmr-sign-up